Category: Advice
All the articles in the "Advice" category.
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Tools That Got Me Through Oncology Training
Oncology training is demanding—not just academically, but logistically. Between OPDs, ward work, calls, and constant interruptions, staying organized becomes as important as staying knowledgeable. Over time, I found a set of simple tools that helped me manage tasks, reduce mental load, and ensure nothing important slipped through the cracks.
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Three Small Ideas That Changed How I Work
Residency teaches you in unexpected ways. Not every useful idea comes from textbooks, conferences, or senior advice. Sometimes you notice small systems people around you use, and a few of them stick. Over the past few months, three such observations changed how I approach conferences, research, and revision.
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WhatsApp For Learning. Make WhatsApp your personal library
🩺 The 1-Chat Learning Vault System (How to never lose a good article again during residency) Every resident faces this problem: You see a great article. A senior shares a powerful PPT. Someone sends landmark trial slides. You think, “I’ll read this later.” Later never comes. Or worse — you can’t find it. Here’s a…
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Stop YouTube Addiction Forever: A Simple and Effective Guide
“You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.” -Atomic Habits In today’s digital world, YouTube has become a go-to platform for entertainment, education, and everything in between. While its vast library of videos is a marvel, it can also lead to endless scrolling, procrastination, and,…
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Searching in the Right Place: An Advice to Young Medical Students
Once upon a time in a quaint village, there lived a man named Raju, known far and wide for his laziness. Despite his endearing nature, his indolence often led him into amusing, if not absurd, situations. One evening, Raju was sewing a button on his shirt when he dropped his needle in a dimly lit…
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Tilting in Chess: Proven Strategies to Avoid Frustration and Improve Your Game
Tilting in chess can be a frustrating and discouraging experience for chess players of all skill levels. However, by understanding the psychological and cognitive factors that contribute to it and by implementing strategies to prevent it, you can improve your game and enjoy playing chess more fully. Remember to take breaks, analyze each game carefully, manage your expectations, and approach each game with a positive and relaxed mindset.